NIEPA PhD Admission 2024

Post Name : NIEPA PhD Admission 2024

Post Date :  30 March, 2024

Post Description : National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) has announced and released the NIEPA PhD Admissions 2024 on its official website. Candidates can commence the online application process for the PhD admission under NIEPA from March 15, 2024, to May 15, 2024. NIEPA PhD Admission 2024 entrance exam is scheduled on June 8, 2024, followed by interview dates on June 13-14, 2024. The results will be declared on June 20, 2024. This article provides all the important and relevant details regarding the NIEPA PhD Admissions 2024.

NIEPA PhD Admission 2024 Overview

NIEPA is conducting PhD admissions for the session 2024-25. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website before May 15, 2024. The written examination is scheduled for June 08, 2024. Here is an overview of NIEPA PhD Admission 2024.

NIEPA PhD Admission Notification 2024 PDF 

The NIEPA has released the PhD admission notification for 2024 in PDF format. Candidates can access the admission notice by clicking here. Additionally, the notification is available in both English and Hindi languages. The PDF version of the notification is available for download with a simple click on the provided link.

NIEPA PhD Admission 2024 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for NIEPA PhD Admission 2024 for full-time program and part-time program are as follows.

For the PhD (Full-Time) Programme

• Eligible candidates must have completed either a 1-year/2-semester master’s degree program after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree program in Social Sciences and allied disciplines, or a 2-year/4-semester master’s degree program after a 3-year bachelor’s degree program in Social Sciences and allied disciplines.
• The master’s degree or its equivalent qualification should be recognized by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a grading system.
• Alternatively, candidates with an equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an assessment and accreditation agency approved or recognized by an authority in its home country are eligible.
• A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade is applicable for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and other specified categories, as per UGC decisions.
• Candidates applying after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree program should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade, with a relaxation of 5% marks applicable for specified categories.
• This provision regarding marks relaxation is solely for candidates applying after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree program.

For the Part-time PhD Programme

• Part-time PhD programs will be allowed, subject to meeting all regulations.
• A candidate applying for a part-time PhD must submit a “No Objection Certificate” from their employing organization.
• The certificate must clearly state that the candidate is allowed to pursue studies part-time.
• It should also affirm that the candidate’s official responsibilities allow enough time for research.
• If necessary, the candidate will be granted relief from duties to complete coursework.

Steps to Apply for NIEPA PhD Admission 2024

Candidates must apply online through the Samarth Portal using the prescribed online form for admission to the Institute’s PhD programs. The link is accessible on the NIEPA website at https://niepaadm.samarth.edu.in/. To apply for the NIEPA PhD Admissions 2024, follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the official NIEPA portal at niepaadm.samarth.edu.in. Step 2: Create a user ID and password to access the system for filling out the admission form.

Step 3: Prepare scanned copies of your photograph, signature, age proof, educational qualification, experience certificate (if applicable), category certificate (if SC/ST/OBC), and BPL certificate (if Below the Poverty Line), ensuring the file sizes are less than 100 KB or 200 KB, as required.

Step 4: Fill out the online application form, uploading the scanned documents as needed.

Step 5: Preview the form and save or print it for future reference.

Step 6: Pay the program fee online using the payment gateway through net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.

Step 7: Submit the admission form online and track the progress of your admission.

Step 8: Receive confirmation via SMS and email on the registered mobile number and email ID.

Step 9: Print the NIEPA admission form for future reference.

NIEPA PhD Admission 2024 Application Fee

Applicants must apply online through the Samarth Portal using the prescribed online form for admission to the Institute’s PhD programs. The application fees for NIEPA PhD Admission 2024 are as follows.

NIEPA PhD Admission 2024 Selection Process

• Screening of Applications:
  • Applications undergo screening based on provided eligibility criteria.
• Written Test:
  • Shortlisted candidates are invited to take a written test on June 08, 2024, which holds a weightage of 70% in the overall selection process.
• Personal Interview:
  • Candidates who qualify in the written test proceed to a personal interview, which assesses their potential and contributes to a 30% weightage in the selection process.
• Final Selection:
  • The final list of selected candidates is prepared based on merit, combining scores from both the written test and the personal interview.
• Admissions Criteria:
  • Admissions to both full-time and part-time PhD programs are based solely on merit, following the prescribed criteria of the Institute and government-set rules of reservation.
• Authority of NIEPA:
  • NIEPA has the authority to determine the number of seats available for the upcoming academic year, criteria for application screening, and the overall selection procedure for admission to its PhD programs.